***SIMPLY DISCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST***

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Simplydiscus.com...



Discus Photography Contest





Get your cameras ready! Simply Discus would like to invite you to enter the first ever Simplydiscus.com international photography contest. We are looking for quality images that relate to four subjects of special interest to our hobby: Domestic Discus, Wild Caught Discus, Planted Tanks and Miscellaneous (see rules below). The competition is open to all Simply Discus members world-wide who became a member prior to 12-06-2004, and who are amateur photographers. Please review the rules below before entering.


Contest entries must be submitted by email (see email address in rules below) no later than midnight, December 31, 2004 PST. Forty finalists will be selected, 10 for each of the 4 categories. From these 40 finalists, four first place category winners, four second place category winners and four third place category winners will be chosen. In addition, the three highest scoring photographs will be selected as grand prize winners. The winners will be announced on January 22nd, 2005. The entries of all winners and finalists will be displayed in the Simplydiscus.com photo section and will receive consideration for possible publication in an international printed media.


Category winners will be awarded prizes consisting of Simplydiscus t-shirts, Simplyware, books, TDS meters from Dirt Cheap RO, and additional prizes may be available as well as details are complete. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Grandprize winners will each receive a beautiful hand-carved, hand-painted trophy, donated by Great Lakes Discus, Amazing Aquatics and Simplydiscus.com, valued at over $200 each. In addition, each grand prize winner will receive a Discus Anatomy Lithograph, donated by member Peggy Stiles (cartoon).


GOOD LUCK!!!



The Simply Discus Team!!!

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CONTEST RULES




WHO MAY ENTER:

All members of Simplydiscus.com who have registered prior to 12-06-2004. Professional photographers who earn more than half of their income taking pictures are not eligible. The owners of Simplydiscus or its designated agents will determine eligibility.

WHAT TO ENTER:

There will be 4 categories in this contest.

Best Domestic Discus— defined as a discus that is a result of captive breeding. (Judging Criteria: shape, finnage, color of strain and eye proportion. Tiebreaker: quality of photograph)


Best Wild Discus— defined as a discus of any species that has been caught from the Amazon River and/or its tributaries. (Judging Criteria: shape, finnage, color of strain and eye proportion. Tiebreaker: quality of photograph)


Best Planted Tank— defined as an aquarium that contains discus and live plants. Additional species may be included in this picture. (Judging criteria: landscaping, lighting, aesthetics and clarity of photograph.)


Miscellaneous— defined as any photograph that contains at least 1 living discus (ie,… planted, decorated, group shot, etc… be creative). (Judging criteria: composition, lighting, aesthetics and clarity of photograph.)


HOW TO ENTER:

Please Copy/Paste and complete the entry form below and email along with your photograph to oodi@simplydiscus.com Submit up to three photographs per category, however, the same photograph may be entered in more than one category (Example:A planted tank photograph can also be entered in the Misc.). Only one entry form per photograph will be accepted, so if you are entering more than one fish, and/or category, please submit and entry form for EACH CATEGORY AND PHOTOGRAPH. Entries with missing or incomplete information will not be accepted.

Digital Submissions:

Photographs should be taken at the highest resolution possible. Please copy/paste the entry form below and submit it in your email along with your photograph. Complete a separate form for each photo submitted. Photographs must be in .jpeg, .jpg form. Files submitted may not be larger than 1,024k (1Mb). Please keep a high-resolution copy of the photograph as finalists may be asked to submit a high-resolution file for possible media publication.


Cropped photos are eligible, but those that have been digitally or otherwise enhanced or altered are not.


ENTRY DEADLINE:
Contest entries must be submitted by email to oodi@simplydiscus.com no later than midnight, December 31, 2004 PST.


JUDGING:

Judging will be conducted by designated Simplydiscus judges. Since these judges are independent member volunteers and since only one moderator will know the identity of the photographer, all members and most moderators are eligible to participate. Winning photographs will be announced on January 22, 2005. All entries will remain anonymous until the end of the contest.


Forty finalists will be selected, 10 for each of the 4 categories. From these 40 finalists, four first place category winners, four second place category winners and four third place category winners will be chosen. In addition, the three photographs with the highest over-all scores will be selected as 1st, 2nd and 3rd Grand Prize winners.


THE JUDGES:

USA: Cary Strong, Steve Jones , David Webber, Lance Krueger

Australia: Rod Lewis

Singapore: Roy Khoo

Canada: Jason Niemi


The contest is void where prohibited or restricted by law.



*** DISCLAIMER ***


An entrant must hold all rights to the submitted photograph and its contents.


Photos previously published in printed publication, or that violate or infringe upon another person's copyright, are not eligible.


Winning photograph owners will retain rights the to the photograph (excluding public display in the photography section of Simplydiscus.com).


The owners of Simplydiscus.com or its designated agents will determine the final resolution to any problems, complaints or issues arising from this contest.





Email entries to:

oodi@simplydiscus.com (oodi@simplydiscus.com)

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SIMPLY DISCUS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST ENTRY FORM

*** Remember, please submit only ONE photograph per category, and only ONE photograph per entry form. Use a separate entry form for each photograph/category...


REQUIRED INFO:

Real Full Name:
Simplydiscus.com User ID:
Category Entering:
Strain of Discus and co-inhabitants:
What country are you from:

OPTIONAL INFO:

Type of Camera Used:
Camera Settings:
Flash on/off:
Tank size:
Plant description:

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Grandprize Trophies...

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Grandprize trophies...

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Grandprize trophies...

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Grandprize lithograph...

[henryD]

awesome trophies...

Bragging rights for a long time to come I am sure.


Henry

[SantaFeDiscus]

Wow! Great idea! I am sure we will be looking at awsome pics for some time! Bragging rights is right! :)
Fred

[jeep]

I have the litho, but that trophy sure would be a nice addition to my fishroom :D

Remember, if you haven't been here in awhile, we have had a software change recently.

If you're having troubles logging in, follow this link...

http://forum.simplydiscus.com//showthread.php?t=40051

[Tad]

And if you run into problems Please contact Ryan at webmaster@simplydiscus.com.

He will be more than happy to help you ;)

Tad

[Marco164]

Where can I get that Litho! I want it!!!

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Enter the contest :D

Or follow this link :)
http://forum.simplydiscus.com//showthread.php?t=28605

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I wish I could enter :D

[henryD]

Brian,

nice MP.... Clean. Looks like you have been getting water lessons from T&J.

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UPDATE...


You now can enter up to 3 photographs per category. Please still use a separate entry form (and email) per photograph, per category, per entry......:)

[QUINGUYEN]

Photo removed. Entries may NOT be posted here. Please read the rules on how to participate in this contest.

Thanks,

Judi
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[cartoon]

COOL! I need to get clicking on this! I'm really impressed with the images entered so far. Really good stuff!!! This is going to be a great contest. All I need to do now is convince my discus to smile and say " beefheart" ;)

cartoon

[jeep]

Jus so everyone knows.. The entries are being displayed in the Photo Gallery...

[oodi]

Ok, folks... I know there are more of you out there with planted tanks and wilds. Get those photos in!!


Judi
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[jeep]

Just one more week to get your entries in!!!


I know a lot of members have show tanks out there because I've seen photo's in the past. Lets see some new ones ;)

[Ardan]

I just want to thank all who entered. I have enjoyed the pictures very much.
There are some awesome discus to be admired and great photography too! The setups also are very nice!

Thank You
Ardan

[Tad]

Yup Ardan,
Some very nice photos submitted so far. Just about 4 days left for entries and I personally would like to see more wilds and planted tanks ;)

Keep them coming,
Tad

[Neil1_2]

Cant we all see the entries so far?? y doesnt some mod post the pics??

[Ardan]

Hi Neil,
Go to the photo section, they are listed in categories of Domestic, Wild, Planted and Misc ( I think I have that right)

hth
Ardan

[oodi]

Ardan,

You are correct... photos have been posted as they have been received.

Time is quickly running out, so get your entries in!!! Entries must be received by midnight December 31, 2004 PST.

Judi
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[fish_maniac]

Judi,
Thank you very much for processing all those entries over the holiday! I am sure it requires a lot of your time and effort. Thanks again.

Kam

[oodi]

Thank you, Kam... it has been my pleasure!


Judi
:)

[jeep]

Tonight is the last night to enter. We'd sure like to see some more planted tanks and wilds.


Nice fish everyone!!!

[Spices]

I agree...nice fish everyone. :D I won't be involved this time around because i have yet to master the skills. Maybe next year. But I just wanted to say those pictures are very sweet. Great job folks. ;) **Angie**

[oodi]

FYI...


THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING PHOTOS WAS 12-31-04. JUDGING IS IN PROGRESS. THANKS TO ALL THOSE WHO PARTICIPATED!!! WINNERS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON JANUARY 22, 2005.

Thanks,

Judi
:)

[fish_maniac]

10 more days to go:sleep: !

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Hi all...

Due to unforseen circumstances, there will be a delay in the scoring of the contest.

We apologize for the delay and hope you understand...

The winners will be announced ASAP...

[Amato]

What it is ASAP? JEEP.........

[Huy Nguyen]

ASAP= As Soon As Possible

[chinoz]

So when is ASAP...we need to have a winner !!! :D :D :D

[PTDiscus]

Hello....

When when when?????

tis 2 days late. When will ASAP happen??

[etr63]

Patience grasshopper

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Sorry everyone but we still haven't had responses from some of the judges...

[AADiscus]

Name the tardy ones. Maybe we can flush them out of hiding and come up with a judgement! If not .....cull um .....LOL

[oodi]

In addition, key people in finalizing the contest have suffered the loss of a loved one. Out of respect for their privacy, please do not ask who. We are sure you can understand this unfortunate turn of events, and appreciate your understanding and patience. The winners will be announced as soon as humanly possible.

Judi
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[etr63]

Judi

Please pass on my condolences to those who suffered a loss. The contest is for the fun and enjoyment of the members of Simply and the decision is not time critical. I personally enjoyed seeing all the pictures that were entered. We are all still going to be here when a decision can be made. No hurry.

Earl

[fish_maniac]

Judi,
I am sorry to hear the sad news. There is no rush for the result and I am sure we all understand. Most of us are just kidding any way. Just like a group of little kids looking at the candy bar...:D But I am sure we can wait!

Kam

[Amato]

Sir
With all which had respect, the delay can remove my candidacy. If to want can also exclude me from the forum.

[AADiscus]

Our deepest sympathy for the loved one lost. Just like fish_maniac said we are like kids looking at a candy bar. We will be here when the decision is made. Until then we'll keep reading and enjoying everyones ideals and help on the forum.

Andrew & Angela

[brewmaster15]

Hi all,
WE promise that as soon as its possible we will post the results , I know its hard but please be patient.

Thanks,
al

[john480]

im very sorry for the lost of a loved one.take all the time you need.

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ON YOUR MARK!

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GET SET!!!!!

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:D :D :D :D :D :D :D

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GO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!



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[oodi]

Thank you all for bearing with us during the delay.

Ok, folks… we finally have our winners!!!


GRAND PRIZE WINNERS: (Will receive trophy and discus poster)

1st Place: Ramon Anastacio / Wild / contest 43w
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2043w%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



2nd Place: Discus KC / Domestic / contest 104d
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20104d%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



3rd Place: beta / Domestic / contest 90d
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2090d%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



CATEGORY WINNERS: (1st Place: Simply t-shirt and TDS Meter, 2nd Place: Jim Quarles book “Success With Discus”, 3rd Place: Simplyware mouse and mouse pad)


DOMESTIC CATEGORY:


1st Place: chrissyoscar / contest 1d
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%201d%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



2nd Place: Snow White / contest 62d
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2062d%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



3rd Place: joyofdiscus / contest 44d
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2044d%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



MISCELLANEOUS CATEGORY:


1st Place: Terrybo / contest 125m
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20125m%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



2nd Place: Terrybo / contest 49m
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2049m%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



3rd Place: wwwallace / contest 38m
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2038m%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



PLANTED CATEGORY:


1st Place: Terrybo / contest 124p
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20124p%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



2nd Place: Terrybo / contest 123p
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20123p%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



3rd Place: wwwallace / contest 129p
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20129p%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



WILD CATEGORY:


1st Place: GulfCoastDiscus / contest 31w
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2031w%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



2nd Place: Discus KC / contest 105w
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%20105w%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



3rd Place: Roger / contest 97w
http://webpages.charter.net/oodi/contest%2097w%20(Small)%20(WinCE).jpg



Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you all for participating!!!



A special thanks to our judges for volunteering their time, and to those who donated prizes.



I would appreciate the winners sending me an IM with their complete mailing addresses so that prizes can be shipped out.



Judi
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[etr63]

congrats to all the winners. Bravo.

Earl

[Neil1_2]

Well Judged and congrats to all the winners!!

[AADiscus]

Round of applause to all the winners. Also an applause to everyone who submitted pictures for the contest. Great looking fish!!!

ps - Extra round of applause for all the judges, I'm sure it was hard to choose from all the pictures.

Andrew and Angela

[fish_maniac]

Congrats to all the winners! Those are some beautiful discus!:D



Thank to all the judges on their hard work on selecting the winners. You are great!


Kam

[SantaFeDiscus]

All are very good pics! Congrats to all the winners and judges!
Fred

[djaemck]

A wonderful competition. Congratulations to all the winners. Is it possible to see the scores of all those who didn’t quite make it, perhaps the top ten in each group?
I look forward to the next competition!

James

[Northwestcoastdisc]

Congratulations to all the winners!! Nice photos and prize too.

enjoy the prizes for winners!

cheers
Duncan

[bio new]

HIP HIP HOORAY to all participants and

BIG APPLAUSE TO ALL THE WINNERS!

BOTTOMS UP! :bounce: :bouncegre :bounce:

[Spices]

Beautiful pictures everybody. Really is a treat for the discus lovers. :angel:

*Angie*

[wwwallace]

Congratulations to all!!!

Especially to Terrybo for her terrible pictures! 4 prizes! It's a machine!

[Terrybo]

Thanks wwwallace!

I was impressed with the gorgeous discus in all of the entries. The Domestic class was amazing!

By the way, I am a "her". :)

[wwwallace]

Ok! I've edit my last post!

Anybody knows where we can see the prizes?

Regards!

[Augusto Gadelha]

Hi all,

What think of the idea to have a popular election that all the users of fo forum could vote?

[oodi]

Augusto,

Not feasible, since the forum software doesn't allow for enough choices to do a poll for all the entries.

To the winners:

I am still waiting on addresses for some of you, before I can get the list of winners to the appropriate people so prizes can be shipped.

Judi
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[cartoon]

Hello Winners of the Discus Photo Contest and all discus friends,
The Discus Anatomy Prints will be shipped out on Tuesday next week (2-15-2005) for part of the Grand Prize for the winners of the Discus Photo Contest! Get ready as these are really nice. I have the addresses thanks to oodi and she has been wonderful in coordinating all of the prizes along with the photo contest!!!!

Thanks again OODIE! You have done a remarkable job!

Peggy (cartoon)

[CARY_GLdiscus]

And When You get Them I would like to see a pic of you Your family and the Trophies to make it official.

Takecare + greatJob to all the winners!
Cary + family

[beta]

Thanks a lot Cary and Peggy :)
Waiting to get the poster and trophy so that i can start showing off to my friends LOL

[Discus_KC]

I agree, thank you's go out to several involved in this contest.

Brian and Judi for organizing it !!!

The members fior supporting it !!!

The judges !!

The great prizes offered !!!!!

And a board that brought it all about !!!!!

Thank you !!!!!!!

Jack

[CARY_GLdiscus]

I AGREE 100% JACK

Alot of work went into this that involed many people! Maybe We can have another one real soon but this time maybe something diffrent for prizes!

Again Thank you to everyone that helped

Takecare
Cary + family

[CARY_GLdiscus]

Or Pillows LOL!

Man I have it all Name it And its done with Discus

[Northwestcoastdisc]

I agree with Jack!

LOL Cary! about the pillows


Look great nice prize!

Duncan

[Ramon Anastacio]

Cary,
Thank you for the wonderful trophy. I'm going to hang it in a part of our home where people would easily see it.

Peggy,
Your Discus print is a beautiful work of art. I'm going to have it framed and then photograph it.

Thanks to the people at Simply Discus who worked hard to put this contest together.

Ramon

[CARY_GLdiscus]

SWEET RAMON,
Glad it made it in one peice!

Thanks for letting Us know that it arrived!

Injoy
Cary + family

[cartoon]

Hi Ramon, and congratulations for being a winner. The competition was TOUGH! But what can one expect from discus keepers? We are all perfectionists or striving to be so, otherwise we would not be involved in this hobby. Discus rule!

I hope you will love the poster. I designed and illustrated it with all of my discus friends in mind. It looks perfectly AWSOME in a frame too. ENJOY!

Best of luck with your discus!

Peggy (cartoon) :) ;)

[beta]

Hi Peggy,
I got the poster you sent me! It looks awsome! Thanks a lot!
Will post pics once i have it framed:)

[cartoon]

Hi Beta,
Thank you for letting me know you received it and I am so happy you like it! I was wondering how long it would take to arrive. Really not that long! Best of luck with your discus and I hope to see you around (on the forum)! ENJOY!

cartoon (Peggy)

[Discus_KC]

Cary asked to see the family and the prizes so here we are !!!

[Discus_KC]

Thank you to all who made this possible !!! I'm very honored just to have placed at all.

Peggy,

You are incredible !!!! I love the print !!!!!!!! Thank you !!!!!!

[Discus_KC]

This is unbelievable !!!!!! What a work of art !!!!!!!

Jack

[korbi_doc]

:balloon: :balloon: Congrats to all the winners!! Good Show!! Very nice trophies!! Hope we can do it again, lol, Dottie :bouncegre :bouncegre

[CARY_GLdiscus]

Glad it made it Jack!


Looks good on Your Floor LOL!

[cartoon]

Special thanks to all the folks who organized the photo contest, came up with the rules and regulations, and kept everything flowing and going! It was no easy task and a lot of work behind the scenes. The contest was really, really fun, and like Dottie, I hope we will do it again in the near future. So keep "clicking" and 3 cheers for the contest "Afishyanado's" (you know who you are). Peggy (cartoon)

[beta]

Hi,
Got my Trophy last week. Its just out of Quarantine as it had to recover from a travel halfway around the world. I would like to thank Peggy and Cary for the wonderfull prizes and ofcourse the Simply discus team.

[beta]

.. and here's the poster gracing my room. It's Show off time